This Air Fryer Salmon is definitely the best way to cook perfect salmon every time! It’s kneaded with quick, delicious spices, tender and crunchy in the middle and perfectly golden on the outside.
It comes together in under 10 minutes and is definitely the perfect meal with any party!
Easy Recipe for Perfect Salmon in the Air Fryer
Cooking in the air fryer is my new favorite thing to do! As you know, I love fast food and this air fryer salmon recipe couldn’t be easier. This is my new way to prepare and cook salmon now and it’s done in under 10 minutes!
It cooks fast, cooks just right and is absolutely delicious. Also, don’t smell your whole house like salmon!
We drizzle the salmon fillets with a little olive oil, followed by the perfect mix of sweet and spicy seasonings! These salmon fillets are then air fried for a few minutes until they are soft, flaky, perfectly golden and crispy on the outside.seriously incredible delicious.
required ingredients
- salmon: You’ll need a pound of salmon cut into two for this recipe.
- olive oil: Before air frying, we grease the salmon to add moisture and help the seasoning stick.
- Spice Rub: We are making a homemade spice mix with garlic powder, chili, coconut sugar, coriander, salt and pepper.
seasoning changes
While I love the sweet and spicy mix I listed for this recipe, you can totally get creative with the seasonings you use in this salmon recipe.try bagel seasoning, Taco Seasoning, indian seasoningeven Burger Seasoning!
How to Cook Salmon in the Air Fryer
- To season the salmon: Rub each fillet with olive oil, then generously season with a spice rub.
- Air fryer: Place salmon in preheated air fryer and cook until tender and crisp. Keep in mind that cooking times may vary depending on the thickness of the salmon and the air fryer you are using.
Why put salmon in an air fryer?
good question!Although I like to make salmon On the oven or stovetop, the air fryer is my new go-to method because it’s basically mess-free. No oil splatters, no house smelling like salmon in a few hours…it’s really a breeze in 10 minutes and cooks perfectly every time!
What type of air fryer to use
It’s definitely a personal preference! We’ve tried a lot of air fryers over the years.we own and use it BasketThis Instant Pot Air Fryer Accessories and this toaster air fryer! They all work great, so all you really need to do is consider a few questions: 1) Do you want/need a new toaster? 2) Do you have space for new stand-alone equipment?
You should also know what size air fryer you want. Some may be small, so you may have to air fry certain foods in batches.
What temperature should a salmon air fryer be?
I cooked salmon in the air fryer at 400ºF and it came out Perfect. This is a high enough temperature that the outside becomes nice and crispy, but not so high that it will burn before the salmon is fully cooked on the inside.
Can I use frozen salmon?
Yes! You can totally cook frozen salmon in the air fryer if you have it on hand.
For frozen salmon: Wrap the fillets in foil and cook at 400ºF for 7 minutes first. After 7 minutes, unpack the salmon and cook another 6-11 minutes or until the salmon is crisp and the internal temperature is 145ºF.
Is air frying good for you?
we all know i’m not fundamental Fear of healthy fats. But when I fry food, I use avocado oil, which can get expensive. One of the benefits of “frying” in an air fryer is that it uses an extraordinarily small amount of oil.
While this is my favorite reason to use an air fryer, if you’re looking to cut some fat, an air fryer can definitely help you do that. Foods made in an air fryer have the same “fried” texture and flavor as fried foods, but without the extra oil.
And an added bonus: it’s super handy and super easy to use!
Air fryer salmon hot post!
- Preheat the air fryer. The air fryer should be hot before adding the salmon so it cooks properly.
- Don’t overcrowd. Make sure there is enough room in the air fryer to circulate the air around the salmon. If they are on top of each other, they will not cook evenly.
- Try to make them even. Try to make sure your fillets are evenly sized for easy cooking!
- You can say the salmon is cooked If it can be easily peeled off with a fork. You can also use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. It should be 145ºF.
How to serve it!
I love to make this air fryer salmon with…
Meter: Cauliflower Fried Rice, coconut riceor Best rice ever!
salad: with this Mediterranean Quinoa Saladmore than my favorite Chopped Greek Salador use this spring salad Make it a main course salad!
with pasta: vodka pen, 20 Minute Fresh Tomato Pasta, Spaghetti Bacon Egg Noodlesor really just any Spaghetti!
Serve with vegetables: try mine Air Fryer Asparagus or easy stir fry vegetables!
Honestly, your name, it really fits everything!
How to store it!
Leftover salmon will keep for 3 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator or 2-3 months in the refrigerator. Freezing is not my preferred method, but it can be done. I prefer to eat it within a few days!
reheat, If frozen, thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then heat on the stove over medium-low heat with a little oil, in a 350ºF air fryer until fully heated, or in a 350ºF oven for 8-10 minutes.
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Air Fried Salmon
This Air Fryer Salmon is definitely the best way to cook perfect salmon every time! It’s kneaded with quick, delicious spices, tender and crunchy in the middle and perfectly golden on the outside. Perfect for any side!
- Preparation time: 00:02
- Cooking time: 00:08
- total time: 00:10
- yield: 2 1X
- category: seafood
- method: Air fryer
- 1 pound salmon, sliced 2 network
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili
- 1/2 teaspoon coconut candy
- 1/2 teaspoon coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper
- lemon wedges, optional, for serving
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (if you have the preheat option)!
- Rub each fillet with olive oil and season with the seasoning mix.
- Place the salmon in the air fryer and air fry for 7-9 minutes, depending on the thickness of the salmon.
- Open the basket and check the desired doneness with a fork. You can leave the salmon for another 1 or 2 minutes as needed!
- Serve with optional lemon wedges and enjoy!
notes
- Air fryer times may vary.
- I like to use wild salmon, but any will do!
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